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Browse all Amiri jeans →VARSITY PATCH SKINNY JEAN - Black Sand
The verdict
Fit
Skinny cut typical of Amiri's tailored line—expect a precise ankle opening. Size up if between sizes, as this silhouette runs fitted through the thigh.
Quality
Amiri constructs at luxury standards; 100% cotton suits casual wear. The varsity patch detail shows the brand's craft, though patch durability depends on washing care.
Is the price fair?
At $1,390 before sales, this price is premium for denim—you're paying brand prestige and the patch finish. Final sale signals clearance, making the deal better than full retail.
Best for
City-focused men who balance tailoring with statement pieces and can afford the luxury-tier price.
Care
Patch details benefit from gentle wash or hand-wash; avoid aggressive drying to preserve the finish.
What owners report about Amiri jeans
Owners report the stretch Italian denim is soft and comfortable, with distressing, patches and leather details largely applied by hand. Reviewers treat the line as delicate: dry-cleaning is recommended over machine washing, leather details should be kept dry, and fresh indigo can bleed onto sneakers. Price is the recurring complaint, with pairs originally sold around $600 now listed above €2,000.
- Strengths
- Soft stretch Italian denim with hand-done distressing, patching and leather detailing that owners find comfortable to wear.
- Watch out for
- The jeans are delicate — dye can bleed onto shoes, leather details cannot get wet, and dry-cleaning is advised — while prices have risen steeply from the brand's early years.
- Sizing
- Reviewers report the fit runs slightly smaller than other brands and stretches only slightly with wear, so consider sizing up for a looser fit.
About Amiri's jeans line as a whole. Sources: Amiri Jeans, why are they so expensive? – The Attic · Amiri Jeans Latest Reviews and 7 Most Asked Questions - Fashonation
